Good morning, Jackson.

Jackson VA will host its inaugural Veterans Day block party on November 11th in the capital to honor veterans.

Three Jackson businesses closed or relocated as the Arby’s on High Street shut for good last Friday and I-55 North PetSmart along with T.J.

Maxx moved to Ridgeland—local notices guide customers to the new locations—and Councilman Ashby Foote said keeping local businesses is important for the community.

Fayette Discount Drugs closed on Oct.

24 after low reimbursements from pharmacy benefit managers forced a shutdown, leaving customers more than 20 miles from a nearby pharmacy—an issue that local independent pharmacies say costs them millions and calls for urgent reform. Pharmacists at Helping Hand Family Pharmacy report high fees and retroactive changes to payments and are urging lawmakers to address these challenges before more stores close.

Belhaven University is expanding its STEM research programs with more than $572,600 in grants that have funded projects on nitrosamines and kinases and will give undergraduates new opportunities in research.

Dr. Sarah Ariel Kelley received a $75,000 grant to study chemicals formed in reactions and Dr. John Neiswinger got a $20,000 grant to research proteins—an effort that builds the school’s growing STEM offerings.

The Jackson Fire Department is urging residents to protect their homes from freezing temperatures by opening cabinets above pipes and leaving faucets on a slow drip—measures that help prevent plumbing damage.

Residents are also told to use space heaters with a 3-foot clearance and check on neighbors to keep everyone safe.

Mississippi Head Start centers face potential closure if the shutdown extends past December 1 — four programs could run out of needed funds and risk stopping services for over 4,500 children and 900 staff.

Executive Director Nita Thompson said the lack of reserve funds means these vulnerable programs may close quickly if federal grants do not arrive in time.

No. 6 Ole Miss beat the Citadel 49-0 to move to 9-1 by outplaying them on both offense and defense — the Rebels gained over 600 total yards and forced turnovers and will host the Florida Gators next week.

Mississippi State lost 41-21 to No. 5 Georgia on Saturday—dropping to a 5-5 record this season.

The Bulldogs will travel to Missouri next week to try and bounce back.

In high school football playoff action this week, Raleigh beat Pisgah 42—0 in the 3A tournament while Wesson improved to 10—0 with a 49—14 win over Perry Central.

McComb won 68—26 over Greene County, Pass Christian won 52—32 over South Pike, and wins by Forest (18—7), North Delta (21—3), Callaway (26—0) and Forest Hill (32—25) moved their teams to the next rounds.

The Pinot Project Wine Dinner

6-8 p.m. — Amerigo Italian Restaurant — Price not specified — Indulge in a delightful four-course dinner paired with exquisite wines from The Pinot Project.

Victory Mississippi Kickoff Championship 2025

7:00 a.m. — 1207 Mississippi St, Jackson, MS — Cost info not specified — Witness the excitement of the Victory Mississippi Kickoff Championship cheerleading competition.

YFN Lucci & Friends Concert

11 PM - 4 AM — 105 E Pascagoula St, Jackson, MS — Tickets required — Experience a night of dope music and unforgettable performances with YFN Lucci and his friends.

12Ks for the Holidays 2025

7:30 AM — Cedars — Cost details not provided — The merriest race in town returns to Jackson for a festive 12K run.

Mustache The Band Concert

9-10:30 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — $25.30 ADV | $30.45 DOS — Experience 90s country hits with Mustache The Band and enjoy giveaways of fun mustaches.